Department of the Army’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal Enterprise Act of 2024
This bill designates the Deputy Under Secretary of the Army as the principal official responsible for the Army's explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) operations. It requires this official to oversee strategic planning, funding, personnel management, and support for EOD activities across military and civilian contexts. The bill mandates annual congressional briefings on EOD funding needs and personnel levels. It directly affects the Army's EOD enterprise by clarifying leadership structure and reporting requirements, without changing funding levels or operational policies. (HR 8476, Title: Department of the Army’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal Enterprise Act of 2024)
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May 2024
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Introduced May 21, 2024
Last action May 21, 2024
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May 21, 2024
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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May 21, 2024
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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Eric A. "Rick" Crawford
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Austin Scott
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Claudia Tenney
RRepublican
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James C. Moylan
RRepublican
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